Site Agent
Job Description
Site Agent
\nLocation: Lea Bridge Road, Hackney London Area
\nType: Permanent, Full-time, Onsite
\nSalary: £56,000k
\nProject Partners are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Agent in the Lea Bridge Road, London area who is looking for a new permanent position working within the Civil Engineering and Water Utilities industry.
\nThe purpose of this role is to ensure successful delivery on site of a range of mains renewals schemes. The role covers the schemes in the London region. The ideal candidate will have experience managing infrastructure projects, ideally in water mains or utilities, with a strong understanding of site operations, health & safety, and quality standards.
\nRole Responsibilities
\nProject Coordination:
\nOversee daily site operations to ensure timely delivery of water main replacement works, coordinating closely with site teams and subcontractors.
\nMaterial & Equipment Management:
\nEnsure timely procurement and delivery of materials and equipment to site teams, preventing delays and maintaining workflow efficiency.
\nHealth, Safety & Environmental Compliance
\nUphold and enforce all HSE standards on-site, conducting regular inspections and promoting a culture of safety.
\nStakeholder Communication:
\nLiaise with clients, local authorities, and internal teams to provide updates, resolve issues, and maintain strong working relationships.
\nTeam Leadership:
\nLead and motivate site personnel, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment aligned with the companies values.
\nProgress Monitoring & Reporting:
\nTrack project milestones, maintain accurate site records, and report progress to senior management, highlighting risks and mitigation strategies.
\nQuality Assurance:
\nEnsure all works meet required specifications and standards, conducting inspections and managing quality control documentation.
\nProblem Solving:
\nRespond swiftly to site challenges, including logistical issues or unforeseen delays, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.
\nCost Control:
\nMonitor site expenditures, manage resources efficiently, and support the commercial team in maintaining budgetary control.
\nContinuous Improvement:
\nContribute to process improvements and innovation, helping the company set new benchmarks in water infrastructure delivery.
\nCandidate Experience Required:
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- Experience managing infrastructure projects, ideally in water mains or utilities, with a strong understanding of site operations, health & safety, and quality standards. \n
- Proven ability to manage the timely delivery of materials and equipment to field teams, avoiding delays and ensuring smooth project progression \n
- Experience leading site teams and subcontractors, while effectively liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal departments to maintain project momentum. \n
- Full driving license. \n
- Water Hygiene EUSR Card \n
- NRSWA – Unit 10 (or equivalent), backfilling and reinstating. \n
- Cable Avoidance/Safe Digging \n
- First AID \n
- Able to utilise basic I.T programmes (excel, word and outlook) \n
- Temporary Works Supervisor (desirable) \n
- Slinger/Signaller (desirable) \n
- NPORS Traffic Marshall or Banksmen (desirable) \n
